The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Black Friday promotion has arrived early, with both Amazon and Best Buy offering the unlocked foldable for $1,599.99 — a $300 reduction from its standard $1,899.99 price. That figure sits just $50 above the lowest price seen for the device, which launched only a few months ago, making this a notable opportunity for anyone considering the passport-style phone.
Storage and availability details
For shoppers who need more space, the 512GB configuration is available for $200 more at both retailers. Best Buy currently stocks all three color options, while Amazon has sold out of the 256GB model in cream. Samsung’s own store lists the phone at the full $1,899.99, so the retailer discounts are the ones to watch.
What the Z Fold 8 offers
The Z Fold 8 adopts a shorter, wider shape that reviewer Dominic Preston found natural and comfortable to handle. Despite a thin and light build, the 4,800mAh battery still had 40 percent charge left after a full day of use in his testing. The interior 4:3 screen matches the aspect ratio of most Apple iPads, which suits movie and TV viewing but is even better for reading.
Two compromises stand out: there is no telephoto lens on this model — that feature is reserved for the pricier Z Fold 8 Ultra — and the IP48 rating means you should be cautious near the beach. Given the discount, those trade-offs may be easier to accept.
Other deals worth a look
Amazon and Best Buy are also discounting the Beats Pill to $99.95 and $99.99 respectively, down from $149.99. The 2024 edition of the Bluetooth speaker adds lossless audio over USB-C and native feature support for both iOS and Android. It carries an IP67 dust and water resistance rating and comes in three colors.
The Ring Battery Doorbell 2K is available at Amazon for $39.99, more than half off its $99.99 list price. The battery-powered doorbell camera shoots 2K video with a 140-degree field of view and up to 6X digital zoom. It sends real-time notifications for detected activity and supports live view and two-way talk.
For Lego fans, the Star Wars: Ahsoka Chopper set is $66.99 at Amazon, the lowest price yet for the 1,039-piece kit. The brick-built droid has detachable arms, a center wheel for different display positions, and a head that spins and bobs. Fully built, it stands over 8.5 inches tall.
